A Good Break

 It is finally spring break, and I can remember a year ago well. I felt similar to how I do now- at my max of mental burnout honestly and so ready for a change. Last year, I went on a shopping spree at a thrift store, and it was fun and therapeutic, and what lasted for a few hours! My time on CM was soon ending as not much was happening, and I was starting to feel anxious. 

This year, March felt like never ending. The cold, wind and rain felt like a constant reminder that it wasn't spring yet, and there were still weeks before an official break. The daily grind was real, and having mental shift and strength was a constant thing to work at and endure. 

I feel that I have neglected some things. And a big part is inspiration and not always feeling like I have the time or mental energy to fully enter into the things I wanted to. There have been constant duties and demands with my classes as well. I was so excited and inspired with the warm, spring weather yesterday and with the start of April- finally a new month! I made a list but also things to do during my break. 

I have also neglected language studies- attempting to study 3 languages at once~ Russian, Brazilian Portuguese, and French. Maybe the idea is better than the reality, but it keeps me motivated and inspired. Thinking about a hair trim, since it's been a veryyy long time. I also have not printed out photos in a few years and have so many just stationary on my phone. 

As this week starts Holy Week, I want to enter more fully into Christ's Passion and slow down. That's it really, slowing down into a more prayerful mode, and a deeper reflection. The Bible in a Year is a great way to enter more fully into scripture and slow down. There is still so much I want to learn and growth with! Hopefully this break will help do just that!